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'New Moon' sales overwhelm competition
'Twilight' sequel sold over 4 mil copies in first weekendIt was "Twilight" time at retail, again.
"The Twilight Saga: New Moon," the nearly $300 million-grossing sequel to last year's blockbuster teen vampire movie "Twilight," sold more than 4 million copies in its first weekend in stores to easily capture the top spot on the national DVD and Blu-ray Disc sales charts.
The sequel, released Friday night, even outsold the original, which moved 3.8 million units its first weekend in March 2009.
"Twilight" mania sent the original film back into the top 20 on the Nielsen VideoScan First Alert overall sales chart, where it came in at No. 16, as well as the Nielsen VideoScan Blu-ray Disc sales chart, where it debuted at No. 11.
The original "Twilight" went on to become the top-selling home entertainment release of 2009 with 9.2 million units sold, according to Summit Entertainment, the independent behind the franchise.
In spite of high sales demand, "New Moon" debuted at No. 2 on Home Media Magazine's rental chart for the week ending March 21, behind "Did You Hear About the Morgans?," which made less than $30 million in theaters but nevertheless bowed at No. 1. The Sony Pictures comedy bowed at No. 9 on First Alert.
A third theatrical new release, Walt Disney Studios' "The Princess and the Frog," rode its $104.3 million boxoffice gross to a No. 2 debut on both sales charts. Nielsen research shows that 17% of the weekend sales tally for "New Moon" came from the Blu-ray Disc, while "Princess" generated 22% of its first-week sales from Blu-ray.
Three other new theatrical releases also posted strong sales and rentals. Warner's "Ninja Assassin" ($38.1 million boxoffice) debuted at No. 3 on both First Alert and the Blu-ray Disc sales chart. Summit's "Astro Boy" ($19.6 million) bowed at No. 7 on First Alert and No. 9 on the Blu-ray Disc chart. And "The Fourth Kind" ($25.5 million), a horror release from Universal Studios, debuted as the week's No. 4 rental.


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Definitely Doing My Christmas Shopping Early!
God Bless America . . . We Aren't a Socialism . . . Yet!
Warning Bells Are Ringing . . .
Listen and Learn From Someone Who Knows!
Standing Up for What's Right and Good?
Not all the media is reporting news as it suits the president. We still have wonderful journalists who are not afraid to report the truth and encourage the caring people of this country to do something about what is going on and let the self-satisfied politicians in Washington Remember where they votes came from and where they won't go next election. Greta Van Susteren posted this challenge on her Facebook page.
There should be a peaceful MARCH ON WASHINGTON – at least a million needed to get the attention of President Obama and world leaders! After WW2, people said of the execution of Jews, "we didn't know it was going on." What is MY generation's excuse? We know! We even have videos protest washington dc
I just read about the ISIS execution of Ethiopian Christians. These executions are daily. And in ISIS' barbaric style, ISIS videotaped it and put it on line to show (brag?)
And there is more today: Boko Haram adopts ISIS goal to wipe out Christians
How much more is the world going to tolerate? We need to show our priorities. No nation can do this alone. We need all good people, all good nations.
Like you, I don't want to see one more Christian executed for his or her faith (or for any other reason or anyone else executed by these terrorists.) These horrible terrorists even execute little girls and boys and babies! How much more is the world going to tolerate? And worse, I fear it happens so often now that people are not shocked and hence not demanding our world leaders to join together and do what it takes to end this genocide.
Many nations (including the USA) are trying to stop ISIS, but trying is not enough — we need success. The fact that we are day after day seeing these videos of executions is proof – we are not succeeding. I know there are many problems here at home in the USA but looking back at my parents' generation, they never said, in the face of genocide, we are too busy with our problems here. They didn't turn their backs. They could multi task (handle problems here and overseas), can't we? That generation did the right thing. We should, too — but it takes world leaders.
The only way to get world leaders' attention, and this is a world problem, not just a USA problem, is by making a big statement….and frankly, I think people marching on Washington (and other nations' Capitols) in big numbers would get attention. It has worked before. I don't know what else to suggest. We need our leaders to know our collective priorities — and stopping this genocide is one of them.
Do you have another idea? If you do, post it here….we need ideas. I don't pretend to have the answers – I just know we need to do something and it is our leaders who need to lead us and lead the world.
We can't say "we don't know or we didn't know." We do. We have videos.
PS We Americans do so well when we have a common goal (here pure evil) — we work together and don't go after each other. smile emoticon VIA
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Socialism in Quotes
Democracy and socialism have nothing in common but one word, equality. But notice the difference: while democracy seeks equality in liberty, socialism seeks equality in restraint and servitude.
Alexis de Tocqueville
Socialism and communism fall of their own weight because, as Margaret Thatcher said, you run out of other people's money. Because socialized medicine never falls of its own weight because you put people on lists, and they die waiting to get the treatment and care. So you don't go broke.
Louie Gohmert
The function of socialism is to raise suffering to a higher level.
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In practice, socialism didn't work. But socialism could never have worked because it is based on false premises about human psychology and society, and gross ignorance of human economy. David Horowitz


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Bought new in 1989 by Jenifer Zimmer and her husband, this Ford Ranger has been through a few changes over the course of its life. Generally speaking, when you see a Ranger of this vintage, they have a rough-and-tumble look from being used as a beater for the last decade, this Ranger certainly breaks that mold, along with every other.
The couple live in Monrovia, Maryland, and have made this into quite the outstanding hot rod. It came with a simple 4-cylinder engine and a 5-speed manual transmission, and they put it through about as much use as it could handle with 260k miles on the odometer when it entered a new stage in life. "We wanted something different," Jennifer told us. "Always seeing pro-street S-10s!"
They added a 383 cubic-inch stroker motor, 671 Weiand street blower, two Holley 750cfm double-pumpers, and an under-driven turbo-400 manual transmission. They also added a 9-inch Ford rearend with 3.50:1 gearing and 35-spline axels. It also features drag radials on the back and it mini-tubbed with 7-inches added.
You just don't see Pro-Street Ranger much these days, but this one is pretty cool and looks liek a fun ride. Jenifer saw a few of our Street Features and reached out to us about her awesome truck, and we were definitely interested in it. We would love to see what you are driving too, so drop us a line and your car could end up as part of our Street Feature series!


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Twitter Goes Crazy For 9-Year-Old On A Mission To Pet All The Dogs
A 9-year-old boy named Gideon loves to pet dogs and post their pictures on Twitter, and his fans adore all the cuteness.
#AdviceFromMyPet Trends On Twitter–Here Are Some Of Our Favorites!
Twitter users posted the best advice they've gotten from their pets. Here are some of the best #AdviceFromMyPet tweets we saw.
Follow This: 10 Best Doggie Twitter Accounts
The best doggie accounts on Twitter have a great mix of interesting & humorous tweets plus plenty of cute pictures and videos of puppies and dogs. Here are my favorite...
8 more weird pet products
The holidays are approaching, including "Black Friday," so what to get your pet? Here are eight products for dogs and cats that fall outside the realm of ordinary.
"Super Mayor" strikes again, rescues another dog
In January, DogTime.com first told you about Newark, N.J. Mayor Cory Booker, who personally intervened after local reporter Toni Yates took to her Twitter feed to plead for the life of a freezing dog who'd been locked out of her home. Booker, seeing the tweet, jumped into action, carrying the dog from her yard into […]
Man feeds dog via Twitter
It looks like someone is taking the idea of "Twitter feeds" very literally. IT consultant and Wales native Nat Morris has come up with an inventive method of feeding his Border Terrier, Toby: treats by tweet. Morris has set up a food-dispensing system connected to a Twitter account. Whenever someone tweets a message to Toby's […]


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Leeds School of Business Selects GroundFloor Media to Undertake National Public Relations Campaign
Boulder, CO – November 2, 2004 – GroundFloor Media, Inc. (GFM), a Boulder-based public relations firm, announced today that it signed an agreement with The University of Colorado's Leeds School of Business to launch the school's first major public relations campaign following its recent re-branding initiative.
A leader in business education, The Leeds School provides undergraduate, master's and Ph.D. business programs to more than 3,300 students. U.S. News and World Report recently ranked Leeds' undergraduate program 39th, its undergraduate entrepreneurship program 14th, and its MBA program was ranked 26th among public universities in the country. Additionally, The Academy of Management Journal ranked Leeds' Ph.D. entrepreneurship program 1st in the nation.
"Leeds is the ideal GroundFloor Media client," says Laura Love, founder and president of GroundFloor Media. "The school has great stories to share about the caliber of its faculty and their research. We hope our work with Leeds will continue to build on the media attention the school has received for its academic excellence in business and related programs."
About GroundFloor Media
GroundFloor Media (GFM) is a Colorado-based public relations agency. Founded in April 2001, the agency was named a Colorado "success story" by PR Week. GFM develops customized public relations campaigns for clients nationwide across many sectors including technology, hospitality, healthcare, venture capital, services and government sectors. GFM's unique business model has been featured in Entrepreneur, PR Week, PR News, The Denver Post, The Boulder County Business Report and The Boulder Daily Camera. Clients include MolsonCoors, CENTRIX Financial, The 2006 National Games of the Special Olympics, Morris Animal Foundation, Wild Divine and MX Logic. For more information, call 303.865.8119. For a complete list of clients and capabilities, visit www.groundfloormedia.com.


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I originally wrote this post for my tumblr, but I thought I'd write a version of it over here too! If it is of any interest. Because the question I get asked the most – without a doubt – is what techniques/apps/softwares I use. The answer isn't as easy as most of those who ask probably hope, as it actually varies quite a bit. And since I'm not a big fan of making tutorials (I have made a few in the past and found it tedious and boring. :))) I'd rather be creating art tbh.)
But I thought I'd give a few recommendations for people who are looking for somewhere to start.
Digital art
The majority of what I've created these past few month has been digital. Photoshop is my go to software and easily what I'm most comfortable with. I come from many years of photography and photo manipulations and have spent a loooooooot of hours in Photoshop. I had a few classes where we were taught the basics of Photoshop when I was 17, but it was very precise editing in curves in order to give pictures the "right" exposure and stuff. Pretty boring, and not very creative. I've learned the most by playing around myself.
The past year or so I've started playing around with After Effects, Illustrator and different scripts in a software called Processing. Usually I swap between these many times during the process.
Phone art
When I'm tired but still want to create my favourite thing is to play around with apps. It usually means I try out new expressions as my "usual" tricks don't exist. I always start with old photographs or paintings and then distort them in my iPhone. It's an old iPhone 5 with shit battery time, so you don't need the craziest phone to do this!
Fun apps to try for iPhone art (idk about Android soz):
iColorama, Glitché, Mextures, RollWorld, and Fragment.
My favourites for colour correction and contrast/exposure are ColorStory and Snapseed. Mostly ColorStory because it has Curves and I can pretend I'm in Photoshop. :)))
It's pretty recent that I've found my way back to painting. Used to paint a lot as a kid, but then suddenly I realised others were better than me and felt shit and stopped. So sad. ANYWAY. I'm back!
The thing that drew me back into painting in general was actually fluid painting. I've written a post more specifically about that over here.
Later on I started playing around with watercolour, which is so much fun. With watercolour I like to just play around with patterns, combine the watercolour with markers and use a lot of salt. (It's what creates the cool crystal-like textures!)
I've also been combining actual paintings with digital manipulation, like the image below. I can't even remember what exactly I've done with it, but it involved some acrylic paint, a camera and loads of Photoshop.
I hope this was a useful starting point for at least someone!
However, my most important piece of advice is to experiment a lot and try out new techniques. Search for tutorials on Youtube, sign up for a free month on Skillshare and watch as many tutorials you can. Oh and also don't compare yourself to others.
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Are you looking for the best cacao nibs on the market this year? Then this is the right list for you. You can also get more info by jumping to our Cacao Nibs Guide.
Top 10 Cacao Nibs Products Compared
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1. Viva Labs Raw Cacao Nibs
The Viva Labs brand of raw cacao nibs is made exclusively from the Criollo variety of cacao beans, which is known for having a better taste than other varieties. Viva Labs is committed to minimal processing to ensure their organic nibs maintain the full nutritional content and superior flavor of a completely raw product. Their Criollo beans in each two-tablespoon servicing are pure and high-quality, providing an excellent taste.
- Contains 100% pure, QAI certified organic raw cacao nibs
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2. Navitas Naturals Organic Raw Cacao Nibs
The Navitas Naturals brand of raw cacao nibs contains only certified organic cacao harvested from the forests of Peru. Navitas follows a strict handling process for their cacao, ensuring the beans are washed with purified water and properly fermented before being crumbled into tasty, healthy nibs. Their one-teaspoon serving packs a potent punch of cacao power. The company is committed to producing fine organic superfoods, and they carefully select the farms they work with.
- Contains pure USDA organic cacao nibs
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3. Healthworks Certified Organic Raw Cacao Nibs
The Healthworks brand of certified organic cacao nibs contains nothing but natural cacao nibs harvested by hand and processed on small, sustainable Peruvian farms. The company focuses on promoting awareness of the importance of a healthy diet and ensures their nibs are properly fermented and carefully processed by hand. Their product is naturally sun-dried to preserve the raw nutrients and may contain pieces of cacao shell.
- Contains 100% USDA certified organic raw cacao nibs
- Pure, raw, and low heat processed
- Hand harvested and processed on small Peruvian farms
- Healthworks extends a 30-day 100% satisfaction promise allowing for refunds or replacements
4. Terrasoul Superfoods Raw Organic Cacao Nibs
The Terrasoul Superfoods brand of organic, raw cacao nibs contains only 100% certified organic cacao beans that have been crumbled into nibs. The company is family-run and focuses on sourcing only the freshest and highest quality superfood ingredients. Their product is made from the high-quality Criollo variety of cacao bean, which is known for its superior flavor and potency. Terrasoul Superfoods uses a mineral washing process to disinfect their beans without harming the nutrients or flavor.
- Contains 100% raw, USDA certified organic Criollo bean cacao nibs
- Fair Trade, raw, gluten-free, non-GMO, and vegan
- Maintains low-temperature processing to ensure the full raw benefits of the nibs
- Backed by a 30-day 100% money back satisfaction guarantee
5. TruVibe 100% Organic Raw Cacao Nibs
The TruVibe brand of raw cacao nibs is organic and raw processed to preserve the nutrient value and superior taste of the high-quality Criollo cacao. The company believes in producing vegan, sustainably sourced superfoods that are high in beneficial nutrients. Their one-ounce recommended serving provides all the benefits of raw cacao, including a percentage of your daily value for fiber, magnesium, potassium, and iron.
- Contains pure, organic raw cacao beans crumbled into nibs
- Organic, raw, non-GMO, kosher, vegan, and flavorful Criollo cacao from Peru
- Fair Choice Certified by the Control Union
- TruVibe offers a 30-day 100% satisfaction guarantee
6. Joyfuel Raw Organic Cacao Nibs
The Joyfuel brand of raw, organic cacao nibs are just as nature intended them. The Arriba variety cacao nibs are cold-pressed into nibs, preserving their raw qualities and natural benefits. The Arriba variety is known for its aroma and rich taste. Joyfuel sources their nibs from small farms in Ecuador and their product is always non-GMO, vegan, and kosher.
- Contains only USDA certified organic, raw, cold-pressed cacao nibs
- Sourced from small, Ecuadorian farms and never exposed to solvents or chemicals
- Made from the Arriba variety of cacao beans
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7. Divine Organics Raw Cacao Nibs
The Divine Organics brand of raw cacao nibs represents the purest form of Ecuadorian Arriba cacao beans. The company ensures minimal processing of the cacao nibs, keeping them as close to their natural form as possible. The rich, dark brown nibs have a robust flavor that combines chocolate notes with a hint of coffee flavors. The company focuses on high-quality ingredients, chemical free processing, and sustainable practices.
- Contains only 100% USDA certified organic raw cacao nibs
- Organic, kosher, non-GMO, vegan, and gluten-free
- Made from premium Arriba cacao beans sourced from Ecuador
- Backed by the company's 60-day 100% satisfaction guarantee
8. Imlak'esh Organics Cacao Nibs
The Imlak'esh Organics brand cacao nibs are 100% heirloom cacao nibs, responsibly and ethically sourced from certified organic farms. The company's focus is on harnessing the power of superfoods, preserving the environment, and supporting hand-picked cacao traditions. The nibs are made from pure cacao beans. Their two-tablespoon recommended serving delivers all the benefits of cacao nibs. Imlak'esh Organics Cacao Nibs are grown at over 6,000 feet in the Andes Mountains.
- Contains 100% crushed unrefined organic cacao nibs
- Free from GMOs, gluten, and fillers
- Maintain Fair Trade, Vegan, and Kosher standards
- Pure, potent nibs grown in the Peruvian Andes Mountains on family farms
9. Ojio Raw Organic Cacao Nibs
The Ojio brand of raw, organic cacao nibs contains only 100% pure, heirloom cacao nibs that are never machine processed. These nibs come from cacao sourced in Ecuador and are made exclusively from the Arriba variety of cacao beans, which are known for their impressive, floral aroma and are favored in chocolate. The company focuses on sourcing the highest quality superfoods from the micro-regions where they are the most nutrient dense.
- Contains only raw, organic, hand-processed cacao nibs
- Made from Ecuadorian heritage Arriba cacao beans
- The cacao beans and nibs are fully hand-processed for superior quality and flavor
- Sun-dried and never exposed to high heat or roasting to preserve raw qualities
10. Kazu Organic Cacao Nibs
The Kazu brand of organic cacao nibs contains only raw, unsweetened cacao beans crushed into nibs. The company only uses the Criollo variety of bean from Peru, ensuring a superior taste and high potency. The company focuses on sourcing the highest quality superfoods, teas, spices, and coffees from around the world. Their raw nibs are processed in a manner meant to ensure the full raw benefits of the cacao bean.
- Contains only 100% pure, natural organic cacao nibs
- Free from colorants, preservatives, flavorings, gluten, and sugar
- Made of only the highest quality Criollo beans sourced from Peru
- Processed to maintain the natural benefits of the raw cacao bean
What is a Cacao Nib?
Cacao nibs are made from cacao beans – the very beans that are also responsible for creating cocoa and chocolate. A cacao nib is the antioxidant powerhouse that occurs when cacao beans are peeled, fermented, and crushed. Cacao nibs contain a variety of nutrients and boast a number of health benefits. The nibs are packed with flavonoids.
These powerful little nibs are also known for containing a large amount of beneficial nutrients like magnesium, fiber, iron, antioxidants, phenylethylamine, anandamide, theobromine, and oxalic acid. Small amounts of raw cacao nibs are commonly used to aid in curbing chocolate, sugar, and caffeine cravings.
Things to Look for in a Good Cacao Nib Product
When choosing a good cacao nib product there are a variety of factors you should consider. The biggest benefit of cacao nibs is that they are less processed and contain a higher density of nutrients than cocoa and even dark chocolate. To ensure you are reaping the real benefits of raw cacao, look for a supplement that meets the following criteria:
- Contains only raw cacao nibs – To keep the nutrient levels where you want them, it is important that cacao not be heat processed. A good raw variety should provide details on their cold processing techniques. Look for supplements that are sun-dried or not exposed to high temperatures during processing.
- Organic and chemical free – When consuming a product like cacao nibs, it is important that the cacao beans and plants are not exposed to harmful chemicals, poisons, or toxins. Look for a certified organic supplement or one that ensures chemical-free processing
- High-quality sources – Another important consideration is where the cacao nibs come from. Most heirloom cacao grows in South America, primarily in Peru and Ecuador. As an added environmental benefit, look for a brand that supports small farms and hand-picked traditions.
How to Take a Cacao Nib Product
Cacao nibs are easy to take. They can be eaten or used in foods in a similar manner to chocolate chips. Keep in mind the flavor may seem bitter at first because this is raw, unprocessed, and have no sweeteners or sugar added like with typical chocolate chips.
The nibs can be eaten raw alone or mixed with other foods. They make an excellent addition to trail mix or snack bars and can even be blended into smoothies. Their versatility makes them an easy solution for incorporating more superfoods into your diet.


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Art Deco brilliant art glass ring in sterling silver. The gleaming cabochon art glass stone is green and gold with flashes of blue. It is framed in ornate silver filigree, and domed. Marked Sterling, it is a size 6, and dates from about 1930. The dimensions are 3/4" north to south and 5/8" east to west. It is in fine condition with no scratches or chips.
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Enter your postcode to find your nearest Greencross Vets clinic.
Often we see cats presented for urinating in the house or in other inappropriate areas such as the bath, laundry, washing basket etc. There are a number of reasons that our seemingly well-behaved cats may start doing this but there is one particular reason that is fairly common in our older pets – renal failure.
Renal failure is a progressive disease that overtime can cause irreversible damage to the kidneys. The kidneys are responsible for filtering the blood of waste products, while retaining as much fluid as possible. As cats get older, many of them start to have problems as their kidneys become damaged and do not function properly.
For our senior patients a simple urine test gives a good indication if your cat is showing any signs of renal failure. In addition to urine tests, a blood test can give a more detailed picture of how the kidneys are functioning.
Treatment depends on the severity of the disease. Some cats cope very well with a specialised diet that helps to reduce the production of waste products.
There are also certain types of medication that help the kidneys function more efficiently and support the body to take the strain off the kidneys.
It is important to become familiar with what is normal and what is not for your cat. If a significant increase in thirst and urine output is present, inform your local vet so that early intervention and monitoring can begin. Quality of life for cats with renal failure is very important and both pet owners and veterinarians need to be monitoring this.


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Il Luogo di Aimo e Nadia
Il Luogo di Aimo e Nadia, a truly unique gastronomic reality wherein creativity and a site-specific architectural and artistic installation, memory tastes from the past and contemporary signs are interwoven. Within the confines of this Luogo, one will find dishes that have scanned the evolution of Italian cooking: top-quality and exclusive raw materials, fruit of years of research for their meticulous selection, all to bring to our attention also those lesser known or perhaps forgotten ingredients and cooking techniques. All is carried out with great respect for the original flavors, using recipes whose principal element is to appraise the uniqueness and goodness of the ingredients proposed in a singular way. A most able way, then, of preparing foods so as to bring out all the tasteful treasures which only certain ingredients can reveal. Stefania Moroni and the chefs Fabio Pisani and Alessandro Negrini, carry on with this unique reality created by Aimo and Nadia, so able and innovative in interpreting and proposing anew the rich Italian gastronomic culture.
Alessandro Negrini, Fabio Pisani
Cooking is something that you learn to do spontaneously over time. When you are able to move people, you then have really created something.
Fabio Pisani
Our cuisine is not just recipes or techniques, instead, it comes from the extreme care we put into every single product we use and into every single step that leads to the dish.
Alessandro Negrini
- Mothia Salt Games: raw sea bream, citron from Calabria, Sicilian pistachio, Apulian almond, white and green turnips flavoured with lemon
- Risotto (Carnaroli variety) with 'al filo' tomatoes, Nolche olives, extra virgin olive oil, Sicilian oregano and Pantelleria capers
- Black Lemon. Lemon cream, lime foam and 'loomi' powder, with almond milk
- AddressVia Privata Raimondo Montecuccoli, 6 20147 Milano ITALY
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- CategoryRestaurant
- LocationItalie
- TagsAimo e Nadia, Alessandro Negrini, Fabio Pisani, Il Luogo di Aimo e Nadia
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- Prix95 - 145€
- Fermetures HebdomadairesLunch: Monday-Friday 12.30-2 p.m. – Dinner: Monday-Saturday 7.30-10.30 p.m.
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Is there a registration fee?
There is no registration fee, but donations to Huntsville Hospital Foundation are appreciated and will benefit pediatric oncology at Huntsville Hospital for Women & Children.
Who can run in the race?
If my child misses his scheduled race, can he run with another group?
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Fair Play
To officially place in any race a child must cross the finish line alone. You may run with your child, but you cannot assist in a placement. Make sure your child understands the race course. Each child must begin at the starting line to qualify for a placement ribbon or T-shirt.
Who receives a T-shirt?
Each child who finishes the race will receive a T-shirt and a participation ribbon. There will only be one T-shirt per child regardless of the number of times the child runs. Sizes will consist of youth x-small, youth small, youth medium, youth large, adult small, adult medium and adult large, and will be distributed on a first-come first-serve basis.


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Public financing
Since its inception, Pherecydes Pharma benefits of the financial support from various regional, national and European organizations.
European Commission – 7th Framework Program for Research and Development (FP7);
DGA (Directorate General of Armaments) - a first RAPID-Duale grant, for the initial R&D to preclinical steps of the project (PACOBURNS).
DGA (Directorate General of Armaments) - a second RAPID-Duale grant for preclinical research up to clinical testing regulatory approval.
Ile-de-France Region and Seine-Saint-Denis Department, under the 18th FUI (Unique Intermininisterial Fund) call;
Bpifrance (French public bank of investment), for the future clinical trial planned in humans.
PHOSA also benefits from labeling by two French national clusters: Medicen Paris and Lyon Biopôle.


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Teresa Giudice Clinging To Daughters & Giving Them Gifts Before Prison
Teresa will be behind bars for 15 months starting Jan. 5. In the days leading up to her departure, Teresa is clinging to her four daughters and showing how much she loves them by giving them thoughtful gifts to make up for her absence.
Teresa Giudice is "panicking" about going to prison, and on Jan. 5 she will be locked behind bars for 15 months. The RHONJ star, 42, is beyond saddened to leave her daughters, and is spending every last second with them and giving them gifts so they can be close with her while she is away.
Teresa Giudice's Family Before Prison: Gives Daughters Sweet Presents
Teresa has a lot of fears about going to prison, and one of her biggest ones is saying goodbye to her daughters Gia, 13, Gabriella, 10, Milania, 8, and Audriana, 5. She's reportedly been cuddling up in bed with her three younger daughters, Us Weekly reported.
"Teresa said she's trying to remember their smell and how warm their little bodies feel," an insider told Us. "During cold nights in prison, she wants to be able to close her eyes and pretend she's with them."
So heartbreaking! We can only imagine the emotional toll her absence will have on her four girls. Nevertheless, she is "taking videos and pictures of all the things they're doing together so they can watch them while she's gone," the source says.
Some of the videos and pictures include the Dec. 6 New York Islanders hockey game they attended, along with the family's ugly sweater party. Teresa has also written heartfelt letters to go along with the videos she made for every birthday and holiday she will miss. So sad — but at least we know that while Teresa is away, she will be in the girls' hearts and vice versa.
Gia Giudice's Tweet: Sad About Mom Teresa Going To Prison
We know that Teresa's daughters will miss her too. Teresa's eldest daughter, Gia, took to her Twitter on Jan. 3 and wrote, "can't sleep, to much stuff on my mind," followed by a nervous face and gun emojis.
Gia, who is currently filming her own reality show with girl group 3KT, also shared a pic of her and Teresa on New Year's Eve. "Happy New years with my best friend," she wrote.
It seems like Gia is taking her mom's departure quite hard, and also being the oldest, she will have to stay strong for her little sisters.
HollywoodLifers, what do YOU think? Do you think the videos and letters are the best gift Teresa could give her daughters? Tell us your thoughts below!
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For years, the East Greenwich Historic Preservation Society had organized the annual East Greenwich Egg Hunt. In 2015, they passed the torch to the Main Street Association, and we couldn't be happier!
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College has started which means I'll be back in Bhopal and the poor facilities there mean I wont be able to blog that much - May be a post a month at the maximum which may be some music review or a tag at best. Will miss this space a lot ! .. Read them and keep the comments coming in. Thanks for the support.
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Volume 42 (2017)
From the EditorsCover Art: Untitled Installation Madeline Cochran
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On December 18, President Obama signed the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH, because of course every law has to have a cute acronym) Act, which made a variety of tax law changes. Among those changes: making IRA charitable rollovers (also known as "qualified charitable distributions," which is the more accurate name, so we're going to use that) permanent, and what it means from an estate planning perspective.
So, What is a Qualified Charitable Distribution?
An qualified charitable distribution allows IRA owners age 70 1/2 or older to give up to $100,000 per year to charity without having to pay taxes on the distribution. The distributions can come from a traditional IRA, a Roth IRA (distributions from a Roth are often, but not always, tax-free, so there might be a tax benefit here), or an inherited IRA as long as the beneficiary is at least 70 1/2 years old. Sorry, SEP and SIMPLE IRA owners, you can't do this. If the IRA owner has a required minimum distribution due for that year (a traditional or an inherited IRA will likely have an RMD due), the charitable distribution satisfies that requirement.
Other keys to a successful qualified charitable distribution:
- The money must be go directly from the IRA custodian to the charitable organization.
- Most charities can accept these distributions, but supporting organizations and donor-advised funds cannot–again, in most cases, this won't be an issue, but if you're concerned, you can always check with the organization you're considering donating to, just ask them.
- You'll need to get an acknowledgement of the contribution from the charity. It's not hard to get, but it is important. I've written on that topic before, if you're curious.
- You don't get to take a deduction the way that you can for a charitable contribution, because the amount isn't included in your gross income. If you could deduct it, you'd benefit twice, and that's not going to work.
But, there was a catch…
Originally, these distributions were allowed only for a limited time. Each year, an extension would have to be passed. This led to a cycle where no one knew if the distribution would be extended, but the distribution was popular, so it would probably be extended, but you couldn't really be sure…and so on. Then, with a few weeks or so left in the year, the federal government would extend the limit, and everyone would either breathe a sigh of relief or scramble to do their transaction.
That sort of worked; if nothing else, Congresspeople got credit for averting a tax increase, charities got their contributions, and people got to do their transactions–just within a limited time frame.
If you're trying to put together a long-term strategy, however, it doesn't work as well. The PATH Act, however, removes the time limit altogether, which basically makes the qualified charitable distribution permanent. Now that we know this rule isn't subject to renewal every year, it's much easier to consider this as part of an estate planning and charitable giving strategy.
How does this affect your strategy?
In some ways, this may be a more attractive way to give than a standard charitable contribution. Charitable contributions are only deductible if you itemize your deductions, so if you take the standard deduction, there's no extra tax benefit. Also, charitable contributions are only deductible up to a certain percentage of your income; if your income is low, it might be hard to get much of a deduction.
If you aren't dependent on your IRA for income, you're age 70 1/2 or older, and you have some charitable interests, this is a strategy worth discussing. Even if you just contribute your annual RMD amount to charity, if you do not need the funds, this can save money at tax time.
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Predatory birds fascinate me, and these are excellent shots of two beauties. Their population seems to be increasing fairly rapidly, and we are seeing them again in Ohio fairly frequently. It also seems to me that the hawk population is recently much higher, but I've not seen any confirmatory statistics on that. Thanks for sharing these, Monte
I have seen more Hawks around here also, although I am way too slow to capture anything that moves faster than a turtle
Beautiful shots Monte. Always a joy to see your work.
These are beautiful, Monte. I especially like the second one. What lens are you using on these? And do you use a tripod or handheld?
Beautiful birds Monte. Nicely captured, showing how they set and use their feathers in flight.
I'll add my voice to the chorus: great shots!
Beautiful and majestic birds. Well caught.
Well...the lens. Maybe I have mentioned in my past posts that I have been using the Nikon 400mm 2.8 VR...Best lens ever made in my opinion.
I recently sold it. I just could not justify a $10,000 lens sitting in my closet most of the time. I was able to get a very good price for it and decided to go a different route.
The eagles above are shot with the Sigma 150-500mm About $1100 at most stores. I love the lens. It definitely does not compare to the Nikon in image quality, especially with the depth of field with it being f/5.6 wide open compared to f/2.8. You do get what you pay for and I will need to seek out better light with the Sigma but for what I do it is going to work fine. I will miss the Nikon but am happy with my decision.
My other consideration was the Nikon 300mm f/4 and the TC 1.4. Which would have given me 450mm at f/5.6. About the same price but I would have had that f/4 at 300mm which is another beautiful lens.
With the Sigma I can hike around and hand hold it for shots like the eagles. Very difficult to carry that Nikon up and down steep trails.
Fabulous photos, Monte, thanks for sharing. I appreciate the info about your lenses and thoughts on those. At one point not long ago I had considered the sigma 150-500 but opted instead for the Canon 400mm 5.6 prime, for better IQ and handling. However, these photos taken with the sigma show that even a mediocre ("non-pro") lens can produce superb photos, when in the hands of a skilled photographer.
Very nice eagles in flight. The first , however, has a green cast , that can be fixed with some magenta added. Also, the highlights can be lowered a little, to make the sky more like the bottom photo.
Beatifully exposed images Monte. I feel cropping is a bit too tight, especially #1.
Thanks for the input.
Steve: I had some exposure problems with the first one, it was quite overexposed, I brought it down to where it is now in Lightroom, seeing it now a few days later I see it could be perhaps .5 of a stop less.
Bedanta: You are right...But I was trying to just show the bird. All that was in the frame was bird and sky, I was going for a close-up. Not great framing I know.
Well beyond any useful C&C from me except: Kudos! And to wonder about the light - almost seems to have been from below!! And thanks very much for the lens discussion. The Sigma did justice to your skill. Just too bad not a little faster, eh?
Gorgeous shots... Thank you for sharing. It is also great to read that you took these beautiful shots with a Sigma lens.
Gorgeous capture !!!
Nice work Monte....


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Gemstones of the World
В России можно купить оригинальные книги на английском языке зарубежных издательств, среди них встречаются уникальные книги старых годов издания - настоящие коллекционные варианты.
В этой статье - описание нескольких книг о камнях-самоцветах и украшениях.
Достойные приобретения для серьёзных библиотек - частных и коллективных. Как правило, такие книги стоят довольно дорого. О качестве книг говорить не приходится - оно превосходное.
Книги на английском языке.
Также есть книги о монетах, часах, и т.п.
Gemstones of the World
Переводчики Daniel Shea, Nicole Shea
Языки: Английский
Издательство: Sterling
ISBN 978-1-4027-6829-3; 2009 г.
Gemstones of the World is the single, cornerstone volume that every hobbyist, jeweler, jewelry maker, and rockhound needs. And this updated edition contains a new chapter on the treatment of gemstones, expanded information on what's "New on the Market", and 400 additional stones. More than 1,500 full-color photos showcase each precious and semiprecious stone in its rough, natural, polished, and cut renditions. Each entry offers complete information on the gemstone's formation, structure, physical properties, and characteristics, along with the best methods of working, cutting, and polishing it. There are even full treatments of lesser-known gems; a special section on rocks as precious stones; and organic gem materials. Charts and tables (including the "double fraction" figures that experts want) help collectors identify unknown gemstones and check for genuineness.
Формат: 13 см x 20 см
500 Necklaces: Contemporary Interpretations of a Timeless Form
Языки: Английский
Издательство: Lark Books
ISBN 1579907016; 2006 г.
More artists make necklaces than any other form of jewelry—and these pieces are among the most exquisite ever created. Selected from over 5,000 entries, they range from unique chokers to artful collars. Some showcase precious metals and gems, while others use more unusual materials, including plastic, wood, paper, and glass. They're forged, cast, and woven, and have surface embellishments that run the gamut from inlay to enameling. And the variety is simply astonishing: Classic bejeweled chains appear next to avant-garde felted wool constructions. Some of the eye-catching, full-color images feature enlightening quotes from the creators themselves. Jewelers, students, collectors, and anyone who loves beautiful objects will treasure this extensive collection—the largest of its kind.
500 Earrings: New Directions in Contemporary Jewelry (Lark Jewellery)
Языки: Английский
Издательство: Lark Books
ISBN 1579908233; 2007 г.
Poring through the beautiful images in this exquisite gallery of earrings is like stepping inside a jewelry store filled with remarkable pieces from the finest contemporary jewelers. Juried by award-winning designer Alan Revere, the earrings range from the classic to the avant-garde, and come from an international array of artists, including Cynthia Eid, Rachelle Thiewes, and Jeff and Susan Wise. Their materials include not only traditional gold, sterling silver, copper, and wire, but also more unusual items such as glass, plastic, porcelain, and paper. The earrings are forged, soldered, chased, and cast, with surface embellishments that run the gamut from enamel and metal foils to patinas and inlay. Expert jewelers, students, artists, and everyone who appreciates fine craftsmanship will enjoy this collection.
500 Bracelets: An Inspiring Collection of Extraordinary Designs (Lark Jewelry Book)
Языки: Английский
Издательство: Lark Books
ISBN 1579904807; 2005 г.
Never before has such a diverse collection of fine contemporary bracelets been assembled, showcasing hundreds of renowned international jewelers. Materials range from the most precious metals and gems to paper and plastic, and the varied techniques include forging, casting, weaving, and and surface embellishments. Among the featured creators: Abrasha, who contributes a Royal Pachinko Ball Bracelet; Sharon Portelance, who called her work Wrist Corsage: Ever Present; and Felieke Van Der Leest's amusingly named Hare O'Harix and His 6 Carrots. Whether you're an expert jeweler, a collector, a student, or simply someone who loves beautiful objects, these one-of-kind pieces will astound you.
Jewellery in the Age of Queen Victoria: A Mirror to the World
Автор: Charlotte Gere, Judy Rudoe
Языки: Английский
Издательство: British Museum Press
ISBN 978-0714128191, 0714128198; 2010 г.
This book rewrites the history of jewellery in the age of Victoria. The 'age of Victoria' is taken in its widest sense to encompass jewellery made throughout Europe and America, displayed at the great international exhibitions and distributed through foreign trade, illustrated publications and a burgeoning tourist industry. Throughout, links with other disciplines will provide both the specialist and the non-specialist with the information to understand how jewellery permeated all walks and conditions of life in the 19th century.
The focus of the book is on the attitudes of owners to their jewellery and the symbolic weight that it was expected to carry. Rather than concentrating on the major figures at the top end of the jewellery trade, or indeed offering a chronological survey of the development of jewellery styles and fashions, it is oriented towards the social aspects of owning, wearing and displaying jewellery. The authors show, for example, how novelists use jewellery to add a moral or metaphorical dimension to a character, while jewels depicted in portraits would often have disclosed multiple messages which could be immediately decoded by the viewer. The achievements of science, the fascination with nature and the Victorian sense of humour are all embodied in jewellery. Topics discussed in depth include the importance of jewellery in the life of the Queen herself, jewellery and dress, the language of jewellery, the cult of novelty, the importance of nationalism in the revival of historical styles, and the contribution of archaeological discoveries.
The volume is sumptuously illustrated with contemporary reportage, photographs and portraits as well as examples of jewellery from the British Museum and other collections.
Masterpieces of European Jewellery from the 16th to 19th Centuries in the Hermitage Collection
Автор: Ольга Костюк
Переводчик David Hicks
Языки: Английский, Русский
Издательство: Государственный Эрмитаж
ISBN 978-5-93572-367-5; 2010 г.
The present art book features the Hermitage Museum collection of European and Russian jewellery dating from the 16th to early 20th centuries. All in all, it covers one hundred objects selected from the many thousands made of precious metals and stones and housed in the Hermitage nowadays.
The core of the Hermitage collection was formed by the Imperial Treasure Gallery which would hold pieces of jewellery fashioned by the very best European artists and craftsmen. Some of them were produced on commissions of the Imperial family members, others donated as diplomatic gifts. The gallery used to have not only most expensive objects but also most valuable and rare ones from the artistic point of view. So today the Hermitage boasts not only jewellery notable for the quantity of gold and precious stones used in it as well as the earliest objects made of platinum but also best specimens distinguished by unsurpassed artistic craftsmanship.
This art book introduces the reader into the world of jewellery masterpieces, the collecting of which has always been considered a matter of prestige and even pride.
1000 Rings: Inspiring Adornments for the Hand (Lark Jewelry Book)
Автор: Marthe Le Van, Robert W. Ebendorf
Языки: Английский
Издательство: Lark Books
ISBN 1579905080; 2004 г.
Diverse, extensive, and incredibly beautiful, this awe-inspiring collection features the most magnificent rings ever. With designs that range from the traditional to the very avant-garde, each of the 1,000 examples is an exceptional work of art, finely crafted by the best contemporary jewelers. Rob Jackson mixes antique industrial elements (a 100-year-old wrought iron nail) with radiant 20-karat gold and a glowing ruby for a dynamic visual contrast. Tomomi Arat's collection, Treasure from Under the Sea, captures the exoticism of ocean life: he uses pearls, enamel, and sand to create rings that look as if they were chiseled directly out of a coral reef. Among the prestigious artisans represented: Arline M. Fisch, Michael Zobel, Katja Prins, Paul Preston, and Bruce Metcalf.
Jewelry: Concepts And Technology
Автор: Oppi Untracht
Языки: Английский
Издательство: DoubleDay
ISBN 0385041853; 1982 г.
The definitive reference for jewelry makers of all levels of ability--a complete, profusely illustrated guide to design, materials, and techniques, as well as a fascinating exploration of jewelry-making throughout history.
Amber: Tears of the Gods
Янтарь: слёзы золота. Продаётся книга здесь.
Автор: Neil Clark
Языки: Английский
ISBN 1906716161; 2010 г.
Once a treasure more valuable than gold, amber has had a fascinating and turbulent history, a history that shaped the economies of the Baltic States. The mysterious qualities of Amber have caused it to be collected, treasured and admired since ancient times. Over thousands of years, many interesting theories have been advanced as to amber's origin and nature but, for all its varieties, colours and forms, every piece of amber originated as tree resin, fossilised over millions of years. Amber - Tears of the Gods is an extremely enjoyable introduction to this extraordinary substance, explaining exactly what amber is and where it came from. Neil Clark delves into the myths and legends which have contributed to the folklore of amber and takes the reader on a historical journey across the trade routes of Europe. He enlightens us to amber's many intriguing uses and ends by telling us of amber's surprising significance to modern science. A beautifully illustrated and constructed survey, Amber - Tears of the Gods encompasses ancient 40 million year old forests; the palaces of European royal families; the strange and superstitious practices of the Scottish Highlands and the modern palaeontologist discovering insects new to science. Neil Clark's book is written for collectors, scientists and those simply wishing to better understand and appreciate the wonderful artefacts and curiosities that have been created from the 'tears of the gods'.


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Everton's Europa League 2nd leg game away to Dynamo Kyiv will go ahead as planned in the Ukrainian capital on Thursday 19th March.
UEFA has punished Dynamo Kyiv with a partial stadium closure and fined the Ukrainian club following crowd trouble in their Europa League last 32 tie against Guingamp.
The game will go ahead at the NSC Olympic Stadium although sector 21 will be closed.
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Annular Solar Eclipse 2012 in Reno
This was my first annular solar eclipse that I got the chance to photograph( last one I remembered was in 1994, I was a kid :) ). I couldn't get the hold piece of welding glass on time. My setup was, 50D, 70-200mm 2.8 IS, 2 x 10 stops ND filters, UV filter. I stacked the filters together, use the live view on my camera to compose the shot. My settings were ISO 400-800, exposures varied between 4 seconds, to 1/1000s, F 4.....and VOILA! next one will be in 2045, until then Enjoy these shots!
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Minster rolls to 2nd state championship in 4 seasons
CANTON -- Minster defeated Cuyahoga Heights 32-7 to win the Division VII state championship.
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This is my first, complete with incorrect but very complimentary croc band, though I would love to get the correct bracelet, too. It's a South American model, and you can have the days in Spanish or English - I think the latter is cooler. Domingo is the only day of the week indicated in red rather than white, and is consequently the day the old beauty looks its best.
It's a simple, elegant design but also rewards with a lot of subtle touches that one only discovers with repeated wears. For example, the dial is made of four separate layers, giving the face a lot of depth and character. Depending on the light, the face may appear gray, deep blue or an oxidized-copperish kind of dark green. The quality of finish is beautiful, with some surfaces wearing a mildly machined texture, while others are smooth and further polished with handling. The case features numerous chamfers, bevels and tapers - it just looks and feels expensive. It's also very versatile, good for dressing up or down.
It was freshly regulated when I bought it about a year ago, and has kept nearly perfect time since, with only minimal adjustment needed about once a week provided it's worn frequently.
If I have kids, they'll be inheriting it someday.
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Liver Cleansing Diet Explained
Liver cleansing diet explained…
A liver cleansing detox diet is very similar to a regular detox diet, except it includes more of some specific foods intended to promote renewal and healing in the liver. Any detox diet should be made up of mainly fruits and vegetables, raw nuts, seeds beans and non-glutenous grains. It should also exclude, at least during the initial detox phase, any caffeine, wheat, refined sugars, carbonated beverages, alcohol, or other processed, preservative-laden toxic foods.
Most of us, unfortunately, eat in a way which fatigues our livers and our digestive system. This means the colon becomes backed up and plugged, and, when the body is not properly eliminating, toxins stay in our blood and our organs. This is why the liver becomes sluggish and inefficient. In a body that is full of harmful substances, the liver consistently soaks up more poison and sludge than it can bare.
The moment we stop putting this stuff in our body is the moment we begin to cleanse.
Just eliminating some of the worst foods, like caffeine, dairy, sugar and wheat is incredibly healing. Our cells begin to renew immediately and our colons, kidneys and liver start to heal. We typically also experience strong cravings for processed meals, and we can begin to feel weak, ill or nauseous when stored poisons are flushed out of our cells and flood our stomachs on their way out of the body. All of this is perfectly normal and a sign of healing.
The other thing we do to cleanse the liver, aside from stopping our harmful eating habits, is to give it plenty of cleansing, healing nutrients. This means dark, leafy greens, berries, and plenty of raw vegetables. Non-glutenous grains like quinoa and amaranth are also allowed, as are raw nuts and seeds, especially almonds and pumpkin seeds. Anything cleansing, such as fresh squeezed lemon juice, fresh garlic, or green juice is going to speed the healing and cleansing process and make us feel better, faster.
We can also speed the process by getting plenty of exercise. Even if it is just a vigorous walk each day, exercising will help our skin and lungs expel even more toxins, taking another load off of the liver and colon. Rebounding and bike riding are two more excellent ways to get the blood pumping and flush away harmful substances hiding in muscle and fat tissue.
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There really isn't a better time to start than right now.
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The Language of Brand Love: Loveworks Author Brian Sheehan Talks to Marketing Smarts [Podcast]
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- Kerry O'Shea Gorgone
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- Wednesday, November 27, 2013
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Brian Sheehan is associate professor of advertising at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, Syracuse University. Previously, he was with global creative powerhouse Saatchi & Saatchi for 25 years, with CEO roles at Saatchi & Saatchi Australia and Japan, and at Team One Advertising in Los Angeles.
I invited Brian to Marketing Smarts to discuss his latest book, Loveworks: How the world's top marketers make emotional connections to win in the marketplace.
Loveworks is a follow-up to Kevin Roberts's Lovemarks: the future beyond brands. Brian's other books are Basics: Online Marketing (2010) and Basics: Marketing Management (2011).
Here are just a few highlights from the thought-provoking conversation with Brian about how brands become "loved."
Push your marketing to do more than inform: Strive to inspire (03:14): "The reality is people know what products do, and they know how they fit into their lives, but...some products can inspire you to do a lot more... [For example,] everyone knows what Guinness is...Guinness is a beer and can help make you feel better, it can even get you drunk if you drink too much of it, but Guinness's approach [in Nigeria] is really about the men of Nigeria, and inspiring them to be better for themselves, for their families, for their tribes, and for their community. That really came out of the fact that when this campaign started 15 long years ago, there were very few positive role models for men in Africa. Aside from the...example of Nelson Mandela, most of the role models for men in Africa were warlords, child soldiers, corrupt politicians, and Guinness took it upon itself to show not only that the beer fit into African society, but that the type of people it wanted drinking its beer were the type of people who were doing what was better for the future of Nigeria and Africa."
Use audience research to uncover the truth, not to reach a predetermined conclusion (11:00): "Most companies, day to day, when they're talking to their consumers, they're often talking to their most loyal consumers. They want to stay especially close to them, and your most loyal consumers are constantly telling you what a great job you're doing. It's also human nature that—in any business—we want to tell our bosses what a great job we're doing. So, in general, most marketers have a very warped view of what the average consumer thinks about them. What also happens, in qualitative research in focus groups, you have people in an unnatural environment. Agency people come in with a list of questions, and they've already figured out what they think the answers are, so when someone in the focus group says what you think is the right answer, you start to nod your head, write it down, and it reinforces what you think the right answer is.
"[Companies studied in Loveworks] didn't do that. They did ethnographic research. They started with no questionnaire. They actually went out and lived in the world of their consumers and got involved in their lives, and got a really honest view of what their relationship with the average consumer was like. People spend millions of dollars to research their consumers, and in many cases it gives them the exact wrong image of where they stand with the average consumer.... It can have the perception of truth, but it isn't necessarily truth."
Cultivate an air of mystery for your brand (22:36): "Imagine that first time you fall in love... the fact that you don't know everything about them leads to a sense of attraction. The fact that they're slightly mysterious to you, and that really is not about not being open, it's about storytelling. If you tell really interesting stories, there's sort of a mystery to you, because you're a person, you're a brand who consistently comes up with these really interesting stories. A good example of that would be Geico. Geico does funny ads. Geico actually transformed the insurance category in the United States. Before Geico came along, insurance advertising was all very serious.... And what Geico's been able to do is not only do one funny campaign...they've been able to do 5 or 6 or 7 funny campaigns, all at the same time.... I think that adds a sense of mystery to them. Who are these guys who just keep coming up with really interesting, funny ways to get this message across that '15 minutes can save you 15% or more on your insurance?'"
For more information, visit LoveworksTheBook.com or follow Brian on Twitter: @bjsheehan7.
Our own Veronica Jarski has also created these visual sketch notes:
Eight Traits of a Loved Company
Brian and I talked about much more—so be sure to listen to the entire show, which you can do above, or download the mp3 and listen at your convenience. Of course, you can also subscribe to the Marketing Smarts podcast in iTunes or via RSS and never miss an episode!
Music credit: Noam Weinstein.
This marketing podcast was created and published by MarketingProfs.
This episode features:
Brian Sheehan, author of Loveworks, Basics: Online Marketing, and Basics: Marketing Management.
Kerry O'Shea Gorgone is director of product strategy, training, at MarketingProfs. She's also a speaker, writer, attorney, and educator. She hosts and produces the weekly Marketing Smarts podcast. To contact Kerry about being a guest on Marketing Smarts, send her an email. You can also find her on Twitter (@KerryGorgone) and her personal blog.
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Hi Brian and Kerry, I really enjoyed this episode! I did want to challenge this statement that Brian made, he said "If you just focus on loyal customers you almost by definition can't grow". I completely disagree with this idea because your most loyal fans are the ones that are also driving growth via WOM and by naturally connecting with other customers. Brian goes on to add that every brand has loyal customers so they more or less cancel out. Every brand does have fans, but very few brands actively engage their fans.
This is the entire marketing philosophy of rock stars. They almost completely ignore marketing to new customers, instead they relentlessly focus on connecting with their fans, with the understanding that those fans will acquire new customers for them. Plus, when a brand engages its fans, these fans see it as the brand saying 'thank you' to them, which only increases the amount of positive WOM they will generate and the levels of loyalty they will feel toward that brand. Studies have shown that fans not only spend more than the average customer, but also refer more business than the average customer.
Brian also mentioned that only talking to your fans can give the brand a warped sense of who they are. I agree with this point, and the onus is on the brand to be brave enough to challenge its fans to share the good AND bad they hear from other customers, with that brand. If the brand will empower its fans to become a feedback channel for the brand, then the brand can leverage that feedback from its fans (good and bad) to drive real business growth.
Thanks Kerry and Brian, I really enjoyed this episode!


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Have you ever popped to the supermarket and parked next to a car containing a dog? Was the dog panting right up against the partially open window and looking very distressed? It's dangerous to leave a dog in a hot car – they really can DIE.
Cars act like greenhouses in the hot weather and the temperature inside can increase dramatically in a very short space of time. It may be 25°C outside, but it can be more than 2-3 times hotter inside. Dogs cannot sweat like us and they lose most of their heat through panting. They also lose water through panting. The more they pant, the quicker they will dehydrate. As the temperature inside the car rises, the dog's physiological ability to maintain its core body temperature fails and once that starts to happen, hyperthermia sets in.
Hyperthermia can cause the animal to become very lethargic. It will then become confused and unable to co-ordinate itself, as if it was drunk. This can then lead to seizure, then a coma then death. The brain is literally boiled as the body's temperature soars.
Being shut in a car is the most common cause of hyperthermia in dogs, especially as it occurs so rapidly. This condition can also happen by just sitting in the garden for too long, or if the animal has an untreated infection or suffers a prolonged epileptic fit – obviously these last causes affect all species.
If you are concerned that your pet has become overheated, contact your vet immediately. The animal should be placed in a cold bath and then transferred to the vets as quickly as possible covered in cold towels and ice cubes.
On arrival, your vet will assess the situation. Sometimes the animal just needs to be hosed down or put in another cold bath. If your animal is fitting it will need intravenous fluids and sedatives to make the brain go to sleep until the body's core temperature has returned to normal. Unfortunately, sometimes the body temperature is too high and brain damage has occurred so there may be nothing more that your vet can do, other than put your pet to sleep.
So remember, dogs can become distressed or die, even if left for a few minutes. If you are going to leave your dog for a short time, then park in the shade with the windows half open or better still, leave your dog at home.


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Trustee Muster – What Trustees Need To Know
Date(s) - 02/10/2017
10:30 am - 3:30 pm
Colchester Castle
Led by Adrian Babbidge, delivered in partnership with the Association of Independent Museums (AIM),
This session will help newer trustees gain confidence and a fuller understanding of their role. For experienced trustees, it will offer an essential update and a networking opportunity, as well as helping to improve the communication between trustees and staff or volunteers. We know that it can be challenging to gain a full picture of what is going on in a museum, and its strengths and areas for improvement, and this session will help you to hone your understanding of the health of your museum.
The seminar will enable trustees to understand:
- What creates 'good governance', and how can you demonstrate this to the wider world?
- What information do you need to enable the museum to be financially resilient?
- What questions should trustees be able to answer if they are to have a good overview of the museum's performance and health?
Led by Adrian Babbidge: Adrian is a specialist in museum management, finance and legal issues and leads projects with Egeria, who provide advice and training for the heritage sector.
The day will begin with refreshments on arrival from 10am, starting at 10:30 with a short presentation by Janet Perry, Young Leadership Development Officer, Community Action Suffolk. Janet is leading a new project called Suffolk Young Leaders. The ambition of the project is to increase the number of young people (18-25 years) volunteering as trustees. Janet will be working with young professionals, students and graduates to offer training and support, as well as working with charities to develop this project. She would welcome your feedback and ideas.
Delegates will be eligible to apply for a SHARED Enterprise small grant to help implement their learning and embed good practice. Miranda Rowlands, SHARED Enterprise Project Officer, will give information about this after Janet's presentation, before Adrian's presentation starts at 11:30.
A Trustee Muster is a gathering of like-minded Museum Trustees. We aim to support you in your work, by focusing on and sharing what works, as well as addressing some of the more challenging aspects. Whether you are an experienced trustee or new to the role, you will benefit from attending these session. Museum managers and any other staff and volunteers are also very welcome to attend with their trustees.
You might also be interested in Trustee Muster – Review and Recruitment for your Board, 22 November 2017 at the Museum of East Anglian Life, Stowmarket.
Details of other AIM Hallmarks governance sessions can be found here: https://www.aim-museums.co.uk/helping-museum-trustees-get-ahead-free-aim-hallmarks-governance-sessions/
Refreshments and lunch will be provided. Please tell us if you have any dietary or access requirements.
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There's no better way to cool off during an Alabama summer than by splashing around in one of the state's famous swimming holes. One of the things that makes most of these swimming holes great is their main feature—a beautiful waterfall. Summer hasn't ended yet, so there's still time to visit the most beautiful waterfall swimming holes in Alabama, including the six listed below.
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There's something inherently theatrical about ghost stories. The flickering campfire provides moody lighting. The storyteller assumes different characters and voices for dramatic effect. The audience gets a chill as the tension rises until — BOO! — there's an eerie climax.
Henry James' classic ghost story, "The Turn of the Screw," opens tonight in an Orlando Shakespeare Theater production. But the tale is far from the only Halloween-season horror on tap. All over Orlando, ghosts, monsters, vampires and other creatures are going bump in the night.


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I don't know where to begin. A month ago, it was said that Kanye had a private listening party, so basically, his album was finished. Really?! No single, video, nothing. You're just going to put it out there on June 18th with no pre-order either?! WHAT!!!! Looks like he's taking back to the essence to […]Read more
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